Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator

The University of Texas
Austin, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$104,000.0 - $140,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English, Spanish
Job source

Tech stack

Adaptable Database Systems Databases Data Validation Database Applications Database Security PostgreSQL Linux System Administration Red Hat Enterprise Linux Database Performance Information Technology Performance Monitor Database Backup

Job description

The Space and Geophysics Laboratory (SGL) is seeking a senior PostgreSQL database administrator. The candidate will be responsible for building, testing and maintaining database backends to include performance monitoring, troubleshooting, backup and optimization in an enterprise Linux environment. Responsibilities

  • Build, test and maintain complex databases.
  • Database security, protection and data validation.
  • Monitor database loading and performance, and troubleshoot issues.
  • Database backup, validation and recovery.
  • Assist development efforts requiring database access.
  • Generate database usage reports for growth planning.
  • Interface with development team members regarding application requirements and database programming best practices.
  • Other related functions as assigned., The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length., Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in computer science, engineering or a related field.
  • Five years developing and maintaining complex PostgreSQL databases.
  • Strong Linux administration skills as they relate to the role of a database administrator.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and fix database errors, analyze database performance and make performance improvement recommendations.
  • Must currently hold, or be able to obtain within the first six months of employment, a DoD 8140 compliant security certification (e.g., Security+).
  • Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position. Preferred Qualifications

  • Eight or more years’ experience developing and maintaining complex PostgreSQL databases.
  • Front end database application development experience.
  • Experience managing databases and related infrastructure in the cloud.
  • Experience migrating databases from on-prem to the cloud., A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position., * E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Benefits & conditions

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
  • Retirement contributions
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid holidays Please visit our Human Resources (HR) websiteto learn more about the total benefits offered. Salary Range

$104,000-$140,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications. Working Conditions

  • Standard office conditions
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
  • Use of manual dexterity
  • Some weekend, evening and holiday work
  • Possible interstate/intrastate travel

About the company

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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